How far is Brentwood, TN from East Brainerd, TN?
The driving distance from Brentwood, TN to East Brainerd, TN is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89 miles (143.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brentwood and East Brainerd.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brentwood and East Brainerd.
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Start on Andes Road
1468 ft · 40 sec · Andes Road
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Continue on Chert Pit Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Chert Pit Road
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Turn right onto Middlebrook Pike
2804 ft · 1 min · Middlebrook Pike
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Turn left onto North Cedar Bluff Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Bluff Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40, I 75
60 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto I 40 West, I 75 South: Nashville, Chattanooga
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
79 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Shallowford Road
1431 ft · 40 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Shallowford Road
2263 ft · 1 min · Shallowford Road
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Turn right onto Gunbarrel Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Gunbarrel Road
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Turn left onto East Brainerd Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Brainerd Road
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Turn right onto Graysville Road
3217 ft · 2 min · Graysville Road
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Turn right onto Iris Drive
146 m · 21 sec · Iris Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iris Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brentwood and East Brainerd.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
79 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brentwood and Mostly Clear near East Brainerd.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brentwood to East Brainerd?
The road trip is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Brentwood and 48.2 miles from East Brainerd.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89 miles (143.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.82 one way or $25.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brentwood and Mostly Clear near East Brainerd.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brentwood and East Brainerd. Straight-line distance: 89.03 mi (143.28 km).
#1 Brentwood
A city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
| Population | 42,876 |
| Coordinates | 35.9561900, -84.0951900 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Brainerd
Unincorporated community in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 15,114 |
| Coordinates | 34.9959100, -85.1502300 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Brainerd (-85.15023, 34.99591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.82 | $31.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.03 | $36.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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